Determining the size of the moving truck you need is not an exact science. When you’re hiring a moving company or doing-it-yourself, you’re making an educated guess about the amount of space you’ll need to haul away everything you own and how well it will all fit together in the truck. The bottom line: it […]
When you’re moving into a rental you can only go so far when it comes to decorating your home. It’s unlikely that your landlord will let you make any permanent changes to the space, or at least ones that can’t easily be undone when you move out. However, while you may be stuck with the dated kitchen appliances and […]
There are lots of reasons you might be moving temporarily: Maybe you have to relocate for work for a few months, or you’re moving to help take care of an ailing relative. Perhaps you’re just curious about a new part of the country but know you’ll eventually come back home. Whatever the reason you’re about […]
When you hire a professional moving company, trustworthiness is most likely at the top of the list of must-haves. After all, you’re handing over the contents of your home–or essentially your entire life–to the moving team you hire. So how do you know a moving company will safely and efficiently relocate your belongings from point A to point B? […]
It’s no secret that New York City is home to throngs of celebrities–from musicians, to athletes, to movie stars and business moguls. What is often a secret, though, is where these A-listers make their homes … that is until they go on the market. Because it’s always fun to see how the other half lives, […]
If you’re planning a move, you’re probably focused on planning all of the details that’ll actually get you into your new place: signing a lease, packing up your current home, and hiring a moving service. But, while you’re in the midst of plotting logistics, it’s important not to forget what’ll happen after you move in, […]
From the barista who makes your morning latte, to the nanny who picks your kids up from school and the Uber driver who dropped you at work this morning, this day in age, we’re faced with the question of who, and how much, we should tip more than ever before. Which is why it’s not […]
If you’re planning a move, there’s a good chance you’re also in the midst of conducting research on and getting quotes from possible moving companies. But when it comes to choosing who is offering the best service for the best price, how do you know which company is coming out on top? Here are four […]
Landed an apartment in New York City? Congratulations, it’s no easy feat! Now that you’ve got a new place locked up, it’s time to tackle the equally important step two of your relocation process: hiring a good moving company, mastering New York’s moving regulations, and figuring out where, exactly, a moving truck can park in […]
Whether you just got a job in New York City and are moving to the area for the first time, or you’re a longtime city dweller looking to leave the city in order to buy a home or build a family, if you’re still planning to work in Manhattan, there’s a good chance your commute […]
If there was ever a time to pay extra attention to your spring cleaning, it’s during a move. If you’re selling your home, presenting a clean, well-organized, fresh-smelling space could mean the difference between a quick sale and a home that stagnates on the market. Before you pull on those rubber gloves, check out these […]
It’s no secret that real estate prices in New York City are sky-high. Between co-op buildings which often require buyers to put up a 20-30% down payment to purchase a condo, to prices which average a whopping $1,462 per square foot, it can be impossible for many families to consider buying a home in New […]
